CIBJO Congress brings together world’s jewellery industry in Jaipur

The World Jewellery Confederation held its CIBJO Congress in Jaipur from October 3 to 5 as its first ever edition in India. The trade event included discussions on how to further the sector and showcased India’s manufacturing potential. 

“CIBJO is an event where gems of the sparkling world unite,” said the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal at the event’s inauguration, the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council reported on its website. “In the spirit of Bharat’s ancient tradition Athithi Devo Bhavo, I request you to enjoy hospitality of the Pink City while conducting business engagements. This event marks a historic moment as it is the first time that CIBJO Congress is being held on Indian soil. The CIBJO Congress taking place in Jaipur is more than just a location. Hosting the CIBJO Congress here is a testimony to the tremendous potential that India holds not only as a market but as a global manufacturing hub. The G20 summit signifies India’s emergence as a global leader. Jaipur is a symbol of the vibrant spirit of artisans and rich history of gems and jewellery industry, which Jaipur represents.”
 
The CIBJO Congress was hosted by the GJEPC and the National Gem and Jewellery Council of India, with support from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. The World Jewellery Confederation’s Assembly of Delegates met in Jaipur to discuss amendments to its definitive directories of international industry standards for diamonds, coloured stones, pearls, gem labs, precious metals, coral and responsible sourcing, which are known as its Blue Books.

“CIBJO is the oldest international jewellery association in the world and will celebrate 100 years in Year 2026,” announced CIBJO president Gaetano Cavalieri at the event, the GJEPC reported. “CIBJO Congress is being held again after almost four years and the world and industry has changed considerably. The experience of visiting India is overwhelming as India is a country which excites all the senses. The pandemic was an unimaginable yet transformative event; but the trade has now adapted to the new circumstances showing its inherent resilience. Business models of fine jewellery players are evolving rapidly. G7 countries, which accounted for half of all jewellery sales, will be introducing new norms and standards with respect to traceability, trust and transparency.”